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Details About Eidfjord
Destinations » Europe » Norwegian Fjords » Eidfjord
Eidfjord is a scenic delight. The village of Eidsdal here has served as the junction of eastern and western Norway for countless centuries. Take the thrilling bus ride along the banks of the Eie River before climbing into the stupendous Mabodal Canyon. At the very summit, you'll be rewarded with an unforgettable view of the thundering Voringfoss Waterfall.
Activities
- Experience wild, beautiful and dramatic west Norwegian nature on a journey with the “Troll Train” on the old Rv 7 road in Måbødalen. The “train” can accommodate 50 passengers. The train departs on the hour every hour from Vøringfoss Cafeteria and every 30 minutes past the hour from the farm at Måbø. Måbø lies around 12 kilometres from the centre of Eidfjord next to the Rv 7 road. Vøringfoss Cafeteria lies at the top of Måbødalen by the Rv 7, around 20 kilometres from the centre of Eidfjord.
- Eidfjord kommune has built an excellent gallery, adjacent to Quality Hotel & Resort Vøringfoss, for the unique work of the painter Nils Bergslien. In addition, the gallery has room for other art exhibitions. Free entry. Gallery Nils Bergslien is located in the centre of Eidfjord. For details of exhibitions and opening times, contact Eidfjord tourist information centre or Eidfjord kommune.
- The Hardangervidda Nature Centre Eidfjord is one of the most modern nature and cultural-historical experience centres in Norway. The displays are arranged on three floors and inform the visitor about the geology, glaciology, botany, ornithology, zoology and archaeology of the area via interactive displays. Non-traditional aquarium. With Ivo Caprino’s Supervideograph film “Mountain, fjord and waterfall”, you get an unforgettable film experience. Hardangervidda Nature Centre is an activity and experience centre for the whole family. A visit to the Nature Centre is an experience out of the ordinary
- Western Norway’s largest burial mounds from the Iron Age and Viking periods with 350 graves from AD400-1000. Part of a fascinating cultural landscape. The burial mounds are located on the Hæreid plateau, around 20 minutes walk from the centre of Eidfjord. Access also by car.
Currency
The local currency is the krone.
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